Canadian Aerial Applicators Association

04/08/2026

Have you registered yet for the online credit session we're holding on Tuesday, April 14, at 9:00 a.m. MST?

The session will be presented by: Andrea Sawatzky, Pesticide Compliance Officer, Health Canada

The topic for this session is A Closer Look at Pesticides in Surface Water, and it has been approved for 1 Environment Credit toward your pesticide licence in AB, SK, and MB. It is approved for all classes.

The registration fee is $100 plus GST.

If you attended the recent CAAA Conference in Winnipeg, the fee for this session will be waived.

Please note that group viewing will not be available, as participants will be required to complete a quiz at the end of the session in order to receive their credit.

https://pci.jotform.com/form/260704233294049

03/25/2026

The CAAA will be presenting an online credit session on Tuesday, April 14, at 9:00 a.m. MST.

The session will be presented by: Andrea Sawatzky, Pesticide Compliance Officer, Health Canada

The topic for this session is A Closer Look at Pesticides in Surface Water, and it has been approved for 1 Environment Credit toward your pesticide licence in AB, SK, and MB. It is approved for all classes.

The registration fee is $100 plus GST.

If you attended the recent CAAA Conference in Winnipeg, the fee for this session will be waived.

Please note that group viewing will not be available, as participants will be required to complete a quiz at the end of the session in order to receive their credit.

https://pci.jotform.com/form/260704233294049

03/12/2026

The Canadian Aerial Applicators Association would like to congratulate Fran de K**k on being inducted into the National Agricultural Aviation Hall of Fame.

Fran’s decades of dedication to agricultural aviation, leadership in pilot training, and commitment to safety have made a lasting impact on the industry in Canada and beyond. This recognition is a testament to a remarkable career and a lifetime of contributions to aerial application.

We are fortunate to have Fran as a vital part of the Canadian Aerial Applicators Association and the agricultural aviation community across Canada.

Congratulations, Fran, on this well-deserved honour!

Five decades dedicated to agricultural aviation, grounded in training, leadership, and safety.✈️🌍🇺🇸

Fran deK**k will be inducted into the National Agricultural Aviation Hall of Fame in recognition of his lasting impact on pilot training and safety culture across the industry.

From founding Battlefords Airspray to advancing turbine transition and side-by-side ag instruction, his mission has always been clear: develop skilled pilots and bring them home safely.

✍️ Fran deK**k to be Inducted into the National Agricultural Aviation Hall of Fame
📎 Read the full story in this month’s AgAir Update. https://agairupdate.com/2026/03/01/fran-de-kock-to-be-inducted-into-the-national-agricultural-aviation-hall-of-fame/

03/12/2026

Earn 1 Environment Credit towards your pesticide license with the CAAA

Join the Canadian Aerial Applicators Association for an online credit session on Tuesday, March 24 at 9:00 a.m. MST.

Presenter: Tanya Rushcall
Provincial Pesticide Approvals & Registration Specialist
Regulatory Programs Branch, Alberta Environment and Protected Areas

Topic: Water Monitoring Data
Approved for 1 Environment Credit toward your pesticide licence.

Registration: $100 + GST
CAAA Conference Attendees: If you attended the recent CAAA Conference in Winnipeg, the registration fee for this session will be waived.

Please note: Group viewing will not be available, as participants must complete a quiz at the end of the session to receive their credit.

Register now to secure your spot. https://pci.jotform.com/form/260704233294049

02/18/2026

Huge congrats to Team Canada on an epic quarter-final hockey win! 🇨🇦🏒

What a way to kick things off — the CAAA 2026 AGM, Conference, and Trade Show is officially underway!

Let’s keep the energy high and the victories coming! 🎉🔥

02/17/2026

Tomorrow we kick off the 2026 CAAA AGM, Conference & Trade Show!

Get ready for three days of education, networking, industry insight, and connection in Winnipeg. From keynote sessions to social events and award celebrations, this is the must-attend event of the aerial application year.

Safe travels — we’ll see you in Winnipeg!

02/12/2026

Big things are ahead at !

We’re still accepting auction item donations for our Awards Banquet & Auction at the Aviation Museum — a highlight of the conference that supports our industry’s future.

Got something to contribute? Contact the office. Let’s make this year’s auction bigger and better!

Learn more & register now — Feb 18–20 in Winnipeg!
https://www.canadianaerialapplicators.com/2026-conference-winnipeg/

02/11/2026

Just 1 week to go until the 2026 CAAA AGM, Conference & Trade Show in Winnipeg, MB!
We can’t wait to welcome delegates, exhibitors and industry leaders for sessions on safety, compliance, innovation, and community impact — plus unforgettable social events like the Icebreaker and Awards Banquet.

02/04/2026

We’re officially 2 weeks away from the 2026 CAAA AGM, Conference & Trade Show in Winnipeg!

From February 18–20, 2026 at the Fairmont Winnipeg, this premier industry event will bring together aerial applicators, pilots, and professionals from across Canada for top-tier educational sessions, networking, an exciting Icebreaker, spouse program, awards banquet, and more.
There’s still time to make your plans — register today and join us for three days of learning, connection, and industry celebration.

https://pci.jotform.com/form/253084979225265

01/28/2026

We are so excited to welcome our 2026 Keynote Speaker: LCol (Ret’d) Maryse Carmichael, CD as this year’s keynote speaker. A trailblazing Canadian aviator, Maryse made history as the first woman to fly with the Snowbirds and later served as the team’s Commanding Officer.

During her 22-year career with the Canadian Armed Forces, she logged nearly 3,500 flight hours, instructed future pilots, and held senior operational leadership roles across the country. An inductee of Canada’s Aviation Hall of Fame and a recipient of numerous national awards, Maryse is known for her powerful story of leadership, resilience, and breaking barriers.

01/19/2026

We can’t wait to kick off the 2026 CAAA Conference with a bang!

Join us at Hargrave St. Market for an unforgettable dueling piano showdown with The Killer Keys. Expect a high-energy evening packed with music, laughs, great food, and even better company.

The 2026 Icebreaker, proudly presented by Air Tractor, is the perfect way to start your conference experience—fun, lively, and completely unmissable.

A ticket is required and can be added when you register for the conference.
Reminder: Conference registration is required to attend the Icebreaker.

Mark your calendar—we can’t wait to see you there.